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About the job
Requirements
Diploma in Early Childhood Education with a current Level 1 or 2 Early Childhood Educator classification.
Prior experience working in childcare is an asset.
A proven record of working as a team member.
A clear Child Abuse Registry Check is required.
A clear Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check are required.
First Aid and CPR Level C Certification are required.
WHMIS training is required.
A safe food handling course is required.
Responsibilities
Create a happy atmosphere of caring, growth, learning, stimulation, creativity, and respect.
Assist with preparing activities based on the center’s philosophy and policies.
Supervise and guide children’s indoor and outdoor activities.
Plan, organize, and lead children in activities, storytelling, and teaching songs designed to stimulate intellectual, physical, and emotional growth, in conjunction with other staff.
Guide and assist children in developing healthy nutrition and proper eating habits.
Implement positive behavior guidance.
Communicate with parents, families, and staff.
Maintain a clean and safe environment for children with the cooperation of other daycare staff.
Attend regular staff meetings to discuss a child’s or children’s progress and concerns.
Desired Qualifications
Knowledge of the Mi’kmaq language and culture.
Under the direction of the Director of the Early Learning Center, the Early Childhood Educator (ECE 1 or 2) is responsible for children, aged 12 months to 4 years old, in all aspects related to development of their learning skills, hygiene, health, wellness and safety. ECE’s oversee planning and the application of a well-balanced programs of activities for the age group assigned to them.
DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES
Strive to create a happy atmosphere of caring, growth, learning, stimulation, creativity and respect.
Assist with the preparation of activities based on the center’s philosophy and policies.
Supervise and guide the children indoor and outdoor activities.
In conjunction with other staff, plan, organize, and lead children in activities, storytelling, and teaching songs, designed to stimulate intellectual, physical, and emotional growth.
Guide and assist children in the development of healthy nutrition and proper eating habits.
Implementing positive behaviour guidance.
Communicating with parents, families, and staff.
With the cooperation of all other Daycare staff, maintain a clean and safe environment for children.
Attend regular staff meetings to discuss progress or possible concerns with a child or children.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
Diploma in Early Childhood Education with a current Level 1 or 2 ECE Classification.
Knowledge of Mi’kmaq language and culture are a strong asset.
Kind, compassionate, personable, reliable, energetic, positive, and creative!
Prior experience working in childcare an asset.
Proven record of working as a team member.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Clear Child Abuse Registry Check.
Clear Criminal Record Check & Vulnerable Sector Check.
First Aid & CPR Level C Certification.
WHMIS.
Safe food handling course.
This positing is classified as ‘open and ongoing’. Applications will be reviewed on a regular basis.